1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 BMW 740
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 802 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alpine A 310. 2001 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1983 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1983 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 2001 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 310 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
